Ogun State forms a 15-member committee to monitor and prevent lead pollution in Ogijo, ensuring community safety and compliance with environmental standards

The Ogun State government has inaugurated a 15-member Joint Monitoring Committee to address alleged lead poisoning in Ogijo and surrounding areas.

The committee aims to monitor environmental risks, particularly from Used Lead Acid Batteries (ULAB) recycling facilities, and serve as a bridge between the government and the community.

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Committee Mandate: Oversight of ULAB operations, early detection of environmental and health risks, reporting concerns, and promoting transparency in remediation.

Government Statement: Commissioner for Environment, Ola Oresanya, emphasized that economic activities must not compromise human health or environmental integrity. Compliance with environmental health and safety standards is mandatory.

Agency Support: Ogun State Environmental Protection Agency (OGEPA) pledged backing for the committee, while NESREA promised strict enforcement of national environmental standards.

Community Role: The Ologijo of Ogijo, Oba Kazim Gbadamosi, urged ULAB operators to follow environmental safety rules and called on committee members to perform their duties diligently.

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The committee’s formation reflects a proactive effort to combine community vigilance, shared responsibility, and government oversight to prevent lead pollution and safeguard public health in Ogijo.